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to Alexander M. Ross

Wishes to know the cause of his grief, which he mentioned in a previous letter. Hopes he will visit California, and that they can finally meet. Wishes to introduce him to her grandson, who also has a strong love of nature. Discusses other family...

GLC03007.47

to Alexander M. Ross

She and all of her family hope that Ross will come to visit them. Praises him for his tireless work for others. Says she never met Lucretia Mott, nor Harriet Tubman, but admires them both and says of Tubman "what an old soldier she has been....

GLC03007.48

to Alexander M. Ross [Fragment]

Discusses events at Kennedy Farm while preparing to raid Harpers Ferry. Anne Brown was there to help cook and clean. Author and recipient inferred from content. Only the last four pages remain.

GLC03007.49

to Alexander M. Ross [Incomplete]

Defending her father, John Brown, against what appear to be statements that he took money and used it for personal needs. Concludes that Mary Stearns' "mind must be disordered" with age due to statements that she made. The statements seem to imply...

GLC03007.50

to Alexander M. Ross [Fragment]

Wonders why so much evil exists in the world and about the nature of good and bad and the inequality of rich and poor. Recipient inferred from content. Only the last two pages remain.

GLC03007.51

to Alexander M. Ross

"The struggle for a married woman's rights will be a longer and a harder fought battle than any other that the world has ever known." Preaches rights for married women, and catalogs the abuses of husbands. Also supports temperance. Wonders why God...

GLC03007.53

[Alexander Ross' scrapbook related to John Brown's family]

Ross' collection of letters relating to John Brown's family, mostly letters sent to him by John Brown's children. Scrapbook contains twenty one letters and one cartoon relating to John Brown, as well as envelopes for most of the letters. Letters...

GLC03007.56

to Miss Saltonstall

Thanks her for her kind thoughts. Comments that she is glad Saltonstall was able to sample figs from the southern climate. Mentions travel plans and her health, stating "I should have been with you yesterday but was obliged to sleep - I hope Dr...

GLC03010.02

to Joseph Wheeler

Requests a leave of absence to be with his family. Requested the leave because he wished to move his pregnant wife to her aunt's home in Augusta, Georgia. The request was denied at the insistence of Braxton Bragg, who felt that an advance from...

GLC03023

Stride toward freedom: the Montgomery story

Published by Harper & Brothers. Inscribed to Miss Charlotte Rosenbaum, a supporter, on the first flyleaf. Inscription states "In appreciation for your genuine humanitarian concern, and your great financial and moral support in the struggle to...

GLC03025

"Gen. Heinkelman [Heintzelman] & staff at Arlington House."

Gathering of soldiers and women on the steps of Arlington House. Photographer Timothy O'Sullivan (in the tall black hat) stands next to Gen. Heinztelman (Horan, 32).

GLC03029.03

"Engineers R. R. Depot."

Image shows eight men in a mixture of military and civilian dress, accompanied by four women and two young girls. No railroad is visible.

GLC03029.09

"Ruins in Alex[andria], 1863."

Dramatic pose of hooded woman mourning in the ruins.

GLC03029.24

Genl. Lee's H. Qrs.

"Lamped[?]" penciled on verso. Side view of Gen. Lee's Gettysburg headquarters with a woman dressed in white standing by the fence.

GLC03029.37

"Negro Group on Aikins [Aiken's] Farm, The Residue of 65 Slaves. Farm 3000 acres."

Group of twelve African Americans (including men, women, and children), and three white soldiers: one on horseback behind the group, and two visible to the left. Written near Petersburg, Virginia.

GLC03029.41

to Ann

He likes to picture her reading by the stove. He tells her to ahve courage because he thinks he should be home in six or seven weeks.

GLC03047.03

Account of Maria Sawenahaus

GLC03107.01242

Account of Margaret Vetch

GLC03107.01326

[Six Revolutionary War era financial documents 2 receipts, 1 receipt for poll tax, 3 state currencies] [Decimalized .01- .06]

[Currency]. [Philadelphia], Pennsylvania: 03 April 1772. Two shilling and sixpence note. Printed by Hall and Sellers. Signed by Cadwalader Morris, Joseph Swift and Samuel Hudson. No. 4665.

[Currency]. [Philadelphia], Pennsylvania: 01 October 1773...

GLC01450.226

[Receipt for wages of John Hodgkins, soldier in the Continental Army]

Hodgkins, Serrah (fl. 1779). [Receipt for wages of John Hodgkins, soldier in the Continental Army]. Ipswich, Massachusetts: 22 May 1779. Receipt for ninety pounds due for service from 1 September 1777-1 March 1779. Paid by the Selectmen of Ipswich...

GLC01450.226.06

[Legal document transfering land to the colony of Rhode Island]

Co-signed by Coman's wife Sarah. Also witnessed and signed by Philip Peekham and Jacob Goff. Coman sold about one acre of land to the colony of Rhode Island for 50 Spanish milled dollars. The deal was made with John Jenckes and John Waterman as...

GLC01450.410.01

[Receipt for three "Pair Yarn Stockers"]

With a signed note dated 4 September 1778 indicating her receipt of the money owed.

GLC01450.447.04

[Receipt for Jane Perkins]

Receipt for Jane Perkins from the town of Newburyport, for "Boarding & Nursing John Kinney a soldier in the Army of the United States." Kinney died while in her care. Perkins signs with her mark, stating she has received payment.

GLC01450.460.08

[Certifying cash lent and not repaid]

Certifies that Hannah Franklin lent money in February 1772 to be repaid, that never was. Signed by Pollock as Justice of the Peace.

GLC01450.518.06

[Items related to the Murphy family of Missouri] [Decimalized .01- .81]

Contains account books, numerous receipts, and letters related to the Murphy family of Missouri. David Murphy's signature appears on many of the receipts, and the collection includes his will and materials related to a local election.

GLC01450.600

[Recipe for consumption]

GLC01450.600. 015

[Certificate of loyalty for a Missouri woman accused of spying for the Confederacy]

Written in Saint Francois County. Signed by Cobb, John A. Weber, Reinhart Laney, Elisha J. White, and Thomas Lang as citizens of Saint Francois County Missouri. The signees swear that they are personally acquainted with Catherine E. Murphy, a widow...

GLC01450.600.0001

[Request for 2 gallons of brandy]

GLC01450.600.039

[Announcement of pro-slavery meeting in Kansas]

GLC01450.600.57

[Printed secret codes, nomenclator]

The document is printed and handwritten on both sides. One side is typeset with various words beginning with each letter of the alphabet and the other side is printed with numbers 1-1700 in chronological order. The handwritten notes next to each word...

GLC01450.601

[Copy of the Probate of the Will of the Late Roper Dawson]

One copy of the probate and last will of Roper Dawson dated August 15, 1771. Outlines how his heirs, his wife Rachel, son George, and daughters Harriet and Charlotte will divide the estate upon his death. Appoints his wife and friends Augustus Van...

GLC01450.610.01

[Copy of the obituary of Mrs. Lyde Browne]

A hand written copy of the obituary of Mrs. Lyde Browne who died at the age of 91. The obituary contains the lineage of Browne along with the distinctions bestowed to members of her family.

GLC01450.612.02

Correspondence with Sally & Henry Bromfield [Decimalized .01- .06]

See decimalized entries.

GLC01450.803

[Sample ballot card for the 1912 Republican National Convention]

Printed by Allied Printing. Inscribed "to little Miss Mabel" and signed by Roosevelt. The pro-Roosevelt campaign document explains how William H. Taft's managers "denied you the right to vote your preference for president" and instructs how to...

GLC01487

to Jane Brisbin

Complains that he has not received a letter from Jane, his wife, in two weeks. States "If I thought you had been so careless as not to write in all that time I would feel like casting you off- but I think you certainly have written and your letters...

GLC01505.03

to Jane Brisbin

Informs Jane, his wife, that he is in great distress due to the fact that he has not received a letter from her in over a month. States "It is now a Month since I stood on the back platform of the car at Milesbury and saw your sweet form vanish from...

GLC01505.04

Epitaph [mock epitaph on George III, "Button-Maker"]

Satirical epitaph on King George III. Compares George III to various dictatorial rulers, including Caligua and Cesar, Printed by F. Bailey. Inscribed at top to "Mrs. Rebecca Treat at Yorktown -- From Sam: Leatney [?]."

GLC01531

[Harriet Beecher Stowe's winter home]

Cabinet card showing the winter home of the Stowes with four people sitting on the front lawn, including Harriet Beecher Stowe and her husband, Professor Calvin Stowe. Inscription on verso states the house has been torn down. Inscribed "For my...

GLC01584.02

[Harriet Beecher Stowe]

Side profile image of Stowe as an older woman. Signed by Stowe beneath the image. Photographed by Hastings. "Dunbar" is written in the upper-left corner.

GLC01584.03

to Mrs. S.C. Hall

Mentions the suffering of many families in England (likely a reference to the Crimean War) and hopes that it has not affected Mrs. Hall and her family. Stowe writes that she will probably be in England some time in the coming year, as there are many...

GLC01586

to the Duchess of Sutherland

Written as Queen, signed as "V R" for Victoria Regina. Mentions that Lord Carlisle has written the preface to "Uncle Tom's Cabin" by Harriet Beecher Stowe, "a book which is being increasingly read but I have not yet had time to read; did your brother...

GLC01587

to Sarah Livingston Jay

Letter written by Jay, three months after the signing of the Treaty of Paris, to his wife Sarah, who he refers to as "Sally," while she was in Paris. Says last letter he received from her was from November 18. Says his trip to the spa town of Bath...

GLC01610

to Levett Harris

Adams thanks Harris, the United States Charge d'Affaires in Russia, for obtaining and sending Adams' passport while Adams attended peace negotiations in Ghent. He refers to European peace proceedings in Vienna, stating that "The late symptoms of a...

GLC01644

to Anna Ralston James

In pencil, James writes to his wife regarding how much he misses her and their son, Robie. He speaks of a letter from Liv and says "we are all bound to have an opinion on every subject and let Liv have hers, and you, our friend, and myself will have...

GLC01648

to Frances Lucretia Thomas

Letter addressed to Mrs. Thomas (possibly Frances Thomas, formerly Kellogg), wife of Union General George H. Thomas. Tower, chief engineer of the defenses of Nashville, describes the December 15-16 Battle of Nashville. Thomas, commanding Union forces...

GLC01654

to Ambrose E. Burnside

Lee writes a letter to Burnside discussing the fate of Capt. E. P. Lawton. Captain Lawton, apparently a Confederate being held in Alexandria and probably mortally wounded, had asked to be visited by his wife. Lee's letter acknowledges receipt of...

GLC01663

to Anna Ralston James

Frank James writes to his wife, Anna, about the reward offered for his capture. Mentions Dick Liddil, a member of the same gang, and the way Liddil was treated by the authorities. Comments on turning himself in and states that "... when ever I...

GLC01693

to Mrs. Thrasher

Confederate General Polk writes to the wife of a man identified as Colonel Thrasher to inform her that he has began an inquiry into the affairs of a man she wrote to Polk about. In an initialed postscript, he comments on the removal of Braxton Bragg...

GLC01696

to William Knox

Discusses a letter William recently wrote to Knox's daughter, Lucy. Lucy is exceedingly pleased to receive a letter from her uncle, and "begs me to assure you she loves you exceedingly and shall write you often." Remarks that his baby daughter...

GLC02437.00758

Collection related to Confederate soldier George P. Hodges [Decimalized .01- .07]

Collection of George P. Hodges, Sergeant, Company B., 37th Mississippi Volunteer Infantry. Includes a parole pass for Hodges, who was a prisoner of war at Vicksburg, a document related to Hodges's participation in a United Confederate Veteran's...

GLC02386

Miscellaneous receipts for purchases and land sale documents [Decimalized .01- .17]

As follows:

1) Thomson Gregory DS Receipt for Dr. Hull re: Muslin. n.d. 1 p.
2) Jas H. Starr DS Certifying land purchase of Edward C. Smithson, 7/6/1840. 2 p.
3) Receipt for Ward from Hyslop & Brother 1/29/1841. 1 p. + docket.
4) John Ford (Dr.)...

GLC02145.80

[Collection of Michael M. Miller, K company, 1st Pennsylvania Reserves] [decimalized]

Sergeant Michael Murray Miller of the 1st Pennsylvania Reserves came from Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Most of the letters are to his wife. Included in 206 item collection are 39 letters from his wife to him from Gettysburg and 13 other letters to and...

GLC02155

[Collection of George O. Bartlett, B battery, 1st regiment, Rhode Island, light artillery] [Decimalized .01-.21]

Bartlett came from Rice City, Rhode Island, and saw action at Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville and Gettysburg. His spelling is poor but his writing is descriptive.

The George O. Bartlett collection of Civil War correspondence contains letters and...

GLC02158

to Mary "Mollie" Dewey

He encloses two pictures (not included here).Cassie is still at Elmira.

GLC02161.185

Pennsylvania gazette. [No. 1855 (July 12, 1764)]

Prints a declaration of John Penn, the Governor of the province of Pennsylvania, proclaiming the Delaware and Shawanese Indians enemies of the province. Reports that Penn will offer rewards for Indian captives or scalps and delineates the amount of...

GLC01713.01

to Jane Mecom

Franklin writes to his sister in Boston about his feelings on his life of public service. Tells her that she should be direct in letting him know what she needs as he is willing to help her in any way. States that he planned to decline serving...

GLC01721

Collection of two letters related to Henry David Thoreau [Decimalized .01-.02]

GLC01751

to Daniel Ricketson

Thoreau thanks him for sending a book of poetry, "The Autumn Sheaf." States that Mr. Emerson [Ralph Waldo] left it with her a week ago. Informs that she has been busy with housekeeping duties and is going to make a trip to Bangor for her health. She...

GLC01751.02

to Mary Walton Morris

Letter written by Kościuszko, the great Polish hero of the American Revolution to the wife of Declaration of Independence signer, Lewis Morris. Letter of introduction for a Mr. Bernard, saying he was of high character and discerning judgment...

GLC01767

[Bill of sale for two enslaved women named Hannah and Jen]

Bill of sale for two enslaved women named Hannah and Jen. The sale documents Philip Livingston as the seller. Jen's age is listed as 24 years old. They were sold for 100 pounds in New York currency to Rieneer Van Giesen. Cosigned by his son Philip...

GLC01775

Catharine Graham Macaulay papers, GLC 1784.01-1800.04 [decimalized]

Includes items between GLC 1784 and 1800.05, totaling approximately 190 items. GLC 1784.01 is a single item.

GLC01784

to Catharine Macaulay

This letter begins the Adams-Macaulay correspondence. Adams compliments Mrs. Macaulay for stripping "the false Lustre from worthless Princes and Nobles and Selfish Politicians." He refers to Macaulay's History of England.

GLC01784.01

to Catharine Macaulay

Describes the contest between Massachusetts Governor Hutchinson and the Assembly over the question of Parliament's control. Denies sovereignty of Parliament over American rights.

GLC01785.01

to John Adams

Catharine Macaulay's retained copy noting that Hutchinson's fall will be an example to others who try to destroy American liberty.

GLC01785.02

to Catharine Macaulay

Adams also takes the opportunity to thank Macaulay for her help in supporting American interests. He discusses the deteriorating relations with Britain.

GLC01786

to Catharine Macaulay

Adams describes the effects of the Boston Port Bill upon the government and people of the colony. He warns that the arrest of Parliament's opponents "will produce Resistance, and Reprisals, and a Flame through America, Such as Eye hath not yet Seen...

GLC01788

Order from Boston 217 [Official transmittal to Catharine Macauley concerning the Boston Massacre]

Official memorandum, written and attested by Boston Town Clerk William Cooper, to transmit a printed copy of the Representation concerning the Boston Massacre to Catharine Macaulay on behalf of the citizens of Boston.
Refer to the Macaulay papers...

GLC01789.01

to Catharine Macaulay

Co-signed by committee members Samuel Pemberton and Joseph Warren, transmitting the official statement on the Boston Massacre. Explains that they hoped she could intercede for them. Refer to the Macaulay papers, GLC01784.01-1800.04.

GLC01789.02

to Catharine Macaulay

Sends notes and proceedings of legal town meeting of Boston.

GLC01789.03

to Catharine Macaulay

Argues that the Freeholders of America are firm in the cause of liberty. Associates the colonial cause with virtue and piety and implicitly identifies Britain with luxury and corruption. It is notable that so many colonists addressed their appeals to...

GLC01790.01

to John Dickinson

A response in draft form to Dickinson's previous letter, concerning her hopes that America confine its "lust for ornaments to the limits of their own ingenuity."

GLC01790.02

to Catharine Macaulay

Sends a piece of American silk as an expression of his admiration and gratitude for her.

GLC01790.03

to Catharine Macaulay

Bowdoin requests assistance in writing a history of the present disputes. Reports the American people "continue spirited & determined." Complains "the English now in America seem to have lost all that humanity for which they were justly famed."

GLC01791.02

to Catharine Macaulay

Relating his admiration for Macaulay's spirit and love of liberty.

GLC01792

to Catharine Macaulay

Livingston thanks her for the present of her history of England and argues that "nothing will satisfy us short of a Constitution" with America able to tax itself.

GLC01793

Correspondence of Catharine Macaulay [Decimalized .01- .63]

Collection of correspondence of Catharine Macaulay Graham with various people from England, Scotland, France, and America, including a folder of transcripts of letters not included in this collection.

Materials in this collection consist of...

GLC01794

[On W Macaulays History of England]

Examines the role of women.

GLC01794.01

[epitaph]

Memorializes George Maculey after his death as a man of learning and social perfection, devoted to family and country.

GLC01794.02

to Samuel Adams

This is a draft. She writes about affairs in Europe with the French Revolution and resulting implications, and hopes to hear from him.

GLC01794.03

to Catherine Macaulay

He inquires after her health. He is without money and the "common decencies of my rank & character." He speaks of a tendency to remove oneself from public life for mental relaxation, and of matrimony. He wishes to discuss the affairs of America. The...

GLC01794.04

to Catharine Macaulay

He compliments her on her fourth volume and mentions the reaction of a local woman. He talked with Benjamin Rush about CMG and reports the conversation.
The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829).

GLC01794.05

to Catharine Macaulay

Typed Copy of GLC 01794.05

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.05.01

to Earl of Buchan

She thanks him for entertaining her. She saw his wife and sister while they were in London. She is sorry to hear about his health.

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.06

to Catharine Macaulay

The local common people are simple and congenial to the spirit of liberty but are entrenched in the feudal system, making civil government weak and ineffective. He writes of Presbyterian tendencies to choose local pastors at the destruction of...

GLC01794.07

to Earl of Buchan

Letter written on verso of E. Dilly to Catherine Macaulay on January 5, 1770 discussing how she has suffered poor health. She looks forward to publications of greater consequence. She hopes conditions improve for his family. Previous letter from E...

GLC01794.08

to Catherine Macaulay

He reports the undercurrents of the recent elections in Scotland and the state of the "spirit of liberty." He plans to erect a temple to liberty and learning near his home.

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.09

to Earl of Buchan

She comments on the state of the Scottish elections. She appreciates the place he has given her in his temple of liberty and learning and is grateful for their friendship. She plans a seaside trip for sea bathing for her health.

The 11th Earl of...

GLC01794.10

to Catharine Macaulay Graham

He associates his attachment to the liberties of mankind with Catharine Macaulay Graham, and highly praises her. He remains concerned about her health.

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.11

to Earl of Buchan

She writes about living through posterity and expresses admiration of the Earl. Her health is much better. She writes about her daughter.

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.12

[to Madam]

He expresses regret that she has been so sick and unable to travel, but is glad that she is feeling better now. He compares the English and the French. He mentions Lord Chatham's declaration to never acknowledge the independence of America, which, in...

GLC01794.14

to Catharine Macaulay

He introduces himself and sends a French cockade as a gift. He acknowledges that she honors people who make noble struggles for liberty. The address is partially missing, it looks like a corner of the page was torn out. The letter was written on...

GLC01794.16

to Catharine Macaulay

She acknowledges his acquaintance. The French Revolution is a very important event and she is grateful to have seen it. On verso of W. Blackstone Bussar to Catharine Macaulay.

GLC01794.17

to Catharine Macaulay

He returns the books he borrowed from her, the Harleian collection. He comments on his poor health and his doctor. He has printed twelve sheets of Political Disquisitions and will present her a copy.

GLC01794.19

to James Burgh

She responds to his return of the Harleian collection. She comments on his health and the death of Dr. Hasekswerth.

GLC01794.20

to Revd [John Collett] Ryland

She states her opinion on the state of the country and the proper candidate for Parliament. She highlights the need for piety, virtue, sobriety, and modesty. The lack of values and courage have led to "the eve of a National Bankruptcy." The proper...

GLC01794.21

to Catharine Macaulay Graham

He regrets the departure of Catharine Macaulay Graham from Paris and hopes to maintain correspondence with her. He sends a list of errors from her history (included). He comments on Catharine Macaulay Graham's conversations with Lord Hanover and his...

GLC01794.22

to Catharine Macaulay

He again expresses regret at her departure and hopes to receive news of her safe return to London. He asks if her history has been translated into French and offers his assistance.

GLC01794.23

to Catharine Macaulay

He will lend her some of his books and makes reference to a few historical points made in her history. He will seek out someone to properly translate the history into French.

GLC01794.24

to Catharine Macaulay

Letter is in French.

GLC01794.25

to Catharine Macaulay

Letter is in French.

GLC01794.26